Minutes of The Price City Council Meeting
City Hall: Price, Utah
June 9, 1999, 5:30 p.m.
Present:
Mayor Lou Colosimo
Councilmembers:
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Staff:
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Mayor Colosimo led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll was called with the above members in attendance.
1. MINUTES - May 26, 1999
MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the minutes of the May 26, 1999 meeting be approved as written. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried. Councilmembers Nikas and Tatton abstained as they did not attend the meeting.
2. MINUTES - May 27, 1999
MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that the minutes of the May 27, 1999 meeting be approved as written. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.
3. MINUTES - June 2, 1999
MOTION. Councilmember Wheeler moved that the minutes of the June 2, 1999 meeting be approved as written. Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.
Layne Miller and Kathy Hanna, representing the Castle Country Regional Information Center, requested a contribution to help fund their entity. As the Center is located in the CEU Museum, tourists who visit the museum are encouraged by the information that the Center provides and they in turn spend an extra day or two to see the sights in this area. The contribution will be used to pay employees who work in the Center. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that $1,500 be contributed. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.
5. BUSINESS LICENSES FOR CRAFT SALES - Special Meeting Scheduled
Gene House, representing several crafts people, was at the meeting to discuss the need for business licenses for craft sales. Several crafters set up their booths at a local business last Friday. They were approached by the Police Dept. and informed that each crafter needed a business license. Mr. House stated that this same type of event was conducted at another business over the Mothers Day weekend and the Police did not bother them at that time. Mr. House asked if it was law that business licenses were needed? Mayor Colosimo confirmed that they did need business licenses. Some of the craft makers felt the amount of the license fee was not fair. They are in business only 8 days a year compared to other businesses that operate 365 days a year, and they pay the same business license fee. Some of the crafts made are a hobby. Mike Miller suggested forming a club and working off of one license. The Council felt this would not be fair. After further discussion, the Council directed that a special meeting be held to evaluate business licenses.
6. JOHN ANAST - Milky Way Project - Ninety Day Extension Approved
John Anast, owner of the Milky Way Project, stated that he had a two year period beginning October 6, 1997 through October 6, 1999, in which to complete his project. It has been a long hard road to get the plans and the property ready, and now he has finally obtained financing. He plans to start next Monday and if everything goes well, should be finished by October 6th. However, if there is a month of bad weather or if he has trouble with certain material or contractors, it could be longer. The financial institution that granted the loan wants to make sure that if the project happens to go past October 6th, that the zoning won't revert back to residential. He asked the Council to write a letter indicting that if this happens, that they would grant him additional time to complete the project. Nick Sampinos stated that he had no problem giving a one time extension of 60 or 90 days for circumstances beyond the developer's control. MOTION. Councilmember Tatton moved that Mr. Sampinos be authorized to prepare a letter indicating that Mr. Anast's project be given an extension of 90 days beyond the October 6, 1999 deadline. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.
7. RELAY FOR LIFE - Contribution For Wave Pool Passes
Erin Kobe, representing the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life, requested the contribution of wave pool passes for participants in the relay. MOTION. Councilmember Wheeler moved that 250 wave pool passes be contributed. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.
8. GREEK FESTIVAL - Local Consent For Liquor and Beer Permits
MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that local consent be given for a liquor license for the annual Greek Festival to be held July 9th and 10th, and that a special event beer permit be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.
9. DONNIE AND KATHY LEONARD - Special Event Beer Permit
MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that a special event beer permit be given to Donnie and Kathy Leonard for a wedding at Chelseys Manor on June 12. Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.
Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation to the following home occupied businesses.
- Heaven Scent Candle - 705 North 200 East, Tracie Noyes-Owner, Retail candle sales.
- Premanufactured Home Services - 349 North 500 East, Jim MacLean-Owner, Personal services for premanufactured homes.
MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the businesses be approved upon purchase of a business license. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.
11. FLORENCE SUBDIVISION, LOT 5 - Conditional Use Permit
Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation to William Migliaccio, contractor, to set up a temporary RV trailer in the Florence Subdivision, Lot 5, to be used as an office. The temporary permit is for one year. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the request be approved and that a temporary Conditional Use Permit be issued for a one year period. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.
12. HEIRLOOM INN RETIREMENT RESIDENCE - Preliminary and Final Approval
Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a preliminary and final approval to David and Shauna O'Brien to construct Phase I and II of the Heirloom Inn Retirement Residence at 145 North Carbon Avenue. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that preliminary and final approval be given to Phase I and II of the Heirloom Inn Retirement Residence. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.
Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation to Donald and Pamela Durrant for acquisition of a small parcel of land bordering their property boundary at the Elkridge Subdivision, 330 West 800 South. This acquisition deletes .126 acres from a proposed 3/4 acre park. This was requested due to the slope of the Durrant's property and their desire to landscape. The Commission recommended no further reduction of open space. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the request be approved and that a Conditional Use Permit be issued. Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.
14. BONNIE J. SUBDIVISION - Preliminary and Final Approval
Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation to the Bonnie J. Subdivision at 100 South 700 East, subject to a development agreement and the following stipulations - that there be a barrier between CJ's and their development, a 10' easement perimeter to all lots, a storm drain easement of 15', a sewer easement of 20', a crash gate on the northeast corner of the property, the street development be completed to 700 East, and subject to a land trade agreement between the City and the Bonnie J. Subdivision. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that preliminary and final approval be given to the Bonnie J. Subdivision per the above stipulations. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried. Councilmember Nikas abstained.
15. TERRY FRY - Gravel Parking Lot - Direction To Prepare A Letter
Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission expressed their concern regarding the progress being made by Terry Fry on his gravel parking lot located south of Rosie's Deli. It was recommended that the Council review what is being done and determine if there is any action to be taken. Mr. Fry was given 30 days to gravel the parking lot and to pave it within an 18 month period. Councilmember Piccolo recommended sending a letter to Mr. Fry reminding him that the deadline has passed. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that Mr. Sampinos be directed to draft a letter and present it to the Council for review. Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.
16. PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULED FOR BUDGET REVISION - FY1998/99
MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that a public hearing be scheduled for June 23, 1999, to revise the budget for FY1998/99. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.
Mayor Colosimo presented the following travel requests:
- Toy Atwood, Leonard Miller, Sidney Nelson, - Utah State Firemen's Convention, Moab, Utah
- Joanne Lessar - Utah Municipal Clerks Directors Meeting, June 25, 26, Park City, Utah
MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that the travel be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.
18. UTAH LOCAL GOVERNMENTS TRUST - Medical/Dental Contract For 1999/2000
MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that the contract with Utah Local Governments Trust for medical/dental coverage for 1999/2000 be approved and that the Mayor be authorized to sign the document. Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.
Gary Sonntag reported that the development of the Etzel/Basso Storage unit project at 250 North Cedar Hills Drive required the relocation of telephone and gas lines to allow the widening of Cedar Hills Drive. Scamp Excavation was hired to do the work, resulting in an expenditure of $4,618.75. He recommended that Etzel/Basso be reimbursed in this amount under Class "C" Road Improvements. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the reimbursement be approved as previously discussed and agreed upon. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.
Gary Sonntag reported that the State of Utah, Cemetery Inventory Project, awarded Price City a grant in the amount of $2,250. He recommended that the City approve the contract to receive these funds and to commit an equal match in the same amount for a total project sum of $4,500. MOTION. Councilmember Wheeler moved that the contract be approved, that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to execute the documents, and that the City match the grant per the above recommendation. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.
Gary Sonntag reported that the inventory for the Price and Cliffview Cemeteries will be completed using a computerized geographic information system. After receiving several proposals from independent consultants to complete this work, City staff is recommending that Applied GIS of Logan, Utah, be hired for an amount of $4,500. Councilmember Piccolo asked if there might be any bidder that might have been slighted through the process that took place in requesting these financial figures? Gary stated that he was not aware of any. All the companies that he was aware of that did this type of work were contacted. MOTION. Councilmember Tatton moved that bidding procedures be waived, that the proposal from GIS of Logan be approved contingent upon a satisfactory review by a committee consisting of himself, Councilmember Nikas, Gary Sonntag, Lyle Bauer, and Robert Potts. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.
MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that the City purchase an air inflated structure to be placed over the wave pool during the winter months to replace the current bubble that has deteriorated beyond repair. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that permission be given to advertise for an air inflated structure. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.
Gary Sonntag reported that the existing telephone system at the swimming pool facility is old and outdated. New telephone wire, telephones, and an answering system is needed. Due to the variety of phone systems and services available, he requested permission to negotiate for the purchase of a phone system that best suits the needs of the swimming pool and City. MOTION. Councilmember Wheeler moved that the request be granted. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.
Gary Sonntag reported that the Union Pacific Railroad recently replaced the track crossings at 100 East and 400 East in order to repair damaged pads and make the crossings safer. The City was asked to participate in the project by completing the pavement restoration. Valley Asphalt was hired to do the work for a total of $13,370.50; $4,835.50 for the 100 East crossing and $8,535.00 for 400 East. MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that the payment be made under Class "C" Road funds. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.
25. ADELAIDO HERNANDEZ - Partial Release of Development Agreement
Gary Sonntag reported that Adelaido Hernandez has completed the construction of a new sidewalk in conjunction with the development of their property at 530 South 200 East. He recommended a partial release of the remaining funds in the amount of $450. Ten (10%) percent ($50) will be withheld for one year. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the partial release be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.
26. KAREN DUNN - Final Release of Development Agreement
Gary Sonntag reported that Karen Dunn has completed all of the sidewalk requirements of Phase I on her property at 695 South 100 East. He recommended a final release for the remaining funds in the amount of $80.00. MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that the final release be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.
27. PINNACLE GATE STATION - Final Release of Development Agreement - Tabled
Gary Sonntag reported that Dr. Cox has completed all of the necessary public improvements on the Pinnace Gate Station. He is eligible for a final release of remaining funds held in escrow in the letter of credit. He recommended a final disbursement in the amount of $6,490.00. The Council questioned the street lighting in the area. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the item be tabled for further review of the street lighting. Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.
Gary Sonntag requested permission to advertise for bids for a tack coat sprayer, road overlays, road chip sealing, road crack sealing and road striping. MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that the request be granted. Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried. These projects will be coordinated with Carbon County.
Councilmember Denison reported that Price River Water Improvement District received total funding for the Ridge Road water line. The District will not have to pay anything out of their pockets. There was a balance of $65,000 that was lacking from two grant agencies, and that balance is being provided by the State of Utah Trust Lands.
MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that the meeting adjourn and that a meeting of the Redevelopment Agency convene. Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.
Meeting adjourned at 7:31 p.m.
Reconvened at 7:32 p.m.
MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that the meeting adjourn and that an Executive Session convene. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.
Meeting adjourned at 7:32 p.m.
30. EXECUTIVE SESSION - Discussion On Personnel
MOTION. Councilmember Tatton moved that the Executive Session adjourn and that the Council Meeting reconvene. Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.
Meeting reconvened at 7:55 p.m.
Keith Wight presented the following new hires:
- Johnny Martinez - City Hall, Maintenance Worker I, Perm/FT effective June 14, 1999.
- Jesse Medina - Utilities Dept., Meter Reader, Perm/FT effective June 14, 1999.
- Jennifer Tryon - Utilities Dept., Meter Reader, Temp/FT effective June 14, 1999.
MOTION. Councilmember Tatton moved that the new hires be approved pending a satisfactory background check. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.
Keith Wight presented the following new hires:
- Tara Anderson, Christa Carlson, Carrie Odendahl - Lifeguards, Temporary/PT
MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that the new hires be approved pending proper clearance and satisfactory background checks. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:11 p.m.